Fertility apps

There are a number of apps marketed as fertility apps to track menstrual cycles, predict ovulation and plan conception.

App Features Clinical review

Pearl Fertility
  • Diary/tracking 
  • Reminders 
  • Graphs and reporting 
  • Cost: App is free, but users must order the Pearl Fertility Kit.
  • Read more about Pearl Fertility
  

Natural Cycles
  • Diary/tracking 
  • Reminders 
  • Cost: Annual subscription $89.99 (includes thermometer)
    Monthly subscription $9.99/month (option to purchase thermometer for $14.50)
  • Read more about Natural Cycles
  

Period Tracker Clue
  • Menstrual cycle tracking
  • Health education
  • Reports for sharing
  • Reminders
  • Cost: Free (basic); Paid (upgrade)
  • Read more about Period Tracker Clue

References

  1. Ford EA, Peters AE, Roman P, et al. A scoping review of the information provided by fertility smartphone applications Human Fertility, 2021
  2. Zwingerman R, Chaikof M, Jones C. A critical appraisal of fertility and menstrual tracking apps for the iPhone J Obstet Gynaecol Can, 2020
Credits: Health Navigator Editorial Team.